Today marks the 2nd anniversary of my mother’s death. There have been 730 days since she left this Earth and in that time I’ve experienced twice the number of emotions. Relief, despair, grief, sadness, anger, hope, joy, transcendence, acceptance – the full spectrum...

In the wake of Charlottesville I felt compelled to write an open letter to well-intentioned White folks about how White guilt and grief perpetuates racism. The truth is that shit ain’t really gonna change unless and until ALL folks, especially those who have been directly or indirectly at the helm of oppression, are willing to truly do the work. Not just today, or tomorrow, but every single day for the rest of our lives.

This week we speak with Julia Santana Parrilla who shares her experience of loss and grief surrounding abortion - an important and fundamental right. Through her project "so...I had an abortion" Julia helps to destigmatize abortions and the shame and fear around them through the art of storytelling. We hope Julia's story will help shed love and light on the topic for women (and humans) everywhere.

As we enter Spring, the daylight (finally) begins to last longer. Let this speak like an epic reminder that light is coming back to Earth. In times of losing faith, remind yourself that it can be restored—light is coming! Read on for your full Spring Equinox horoscopes by Tara Chloe Dusanj of What's Your Birthday, complete with astrological insight for moving through life and loss for each sign.

In honour of March 8th, International Women's Day, I wanted to share my experience as a Black feminist. A true understanding of intersectionality and its important is rare in the current women's movement and that makes being Black and feminist really fucking hard. In fact, to be Black and female is to be in a state of constant grief...

In this edition of loss(t) convos we hear from my dear friend and killer swimsuit designer Beth Richards of Beth Richards Swimwear. Beth is the Founder and Designer of a world-renowned swimwear line found in stores all over the globe. Beth shares her experience of losing her former job, and consequently her identity, and how she turned it all around.

Music is a killer arsenal in combatting whatever shitty shit you're feeling and I've gone straight to the best to compile the ultimate playlist for sad times. DJ El Rizzy's special loss&found playlist is precisely what you need to help you feel all the feels and get you through this day, week, month, life.

This is one of the most important nuggets of advice that I give out. I learned the hard way what it feels like to have people shit the bed on this, and it sucks, to say the least. Time and time again I get asked “My boyfriend/girlfriend/bestie/bro/sis/mom/dad/whoever is grieving, what the fuck can I do!?”

The answer is – a lot. So let's help you help those you love shall we?

This is one of the most important nuggets of advice that I give out. I learned the hard way what it feels like to have people shit the bed on this, and it sucks, to say the least. Time and time again I get asked “My boyfriend/girlfriend/bestie/bro/sis/mom/dad/whoever is grieving, what the fuck can I do!?”

The answer is – a lot. So let's help you help those you love shall we?

After my mom’s passing, my sugar frenzy reached new limits – bags of kettlecorn and boxes of donuts simply vanished in my presence. Sadness left me with incredible lows and oftentimes my only hope for relief was that of a sugar high. But, upon ringing in the New Year, I, along with nearly every other young woman on Instagram, pledged it was about fucking time to cut the crap! Enter, the cleanse.

The first loss(t) convos of 2017 features 28 year old Giulia Halkier, life coach, Lululemon leader and spin instructor. Giulia shares her powerful story of losing herself suffering from depression and anxiety, and her advice to all those facing something similar. Thanks to Giulia for kicking us off for the New Year!

Introducing the first instalment of Dear RayRay..., a monthly Q&A where I answer questions about grief and loss from the loss&found community. Got a question? Shoot me an email. I'll be selecting and posting questions (anonymously) to answer and share with all y'all. This month I answer a question about

This loss(t)rology horoscopes gives you the lowdown on what to expect for 2017. Resident astrologist Tara Chloe of What's Your Birthday gives us the low down on how to let go of the bullshit that was 2016 and what to expect for the year ahead, including forecasts for love and career and, of course, tips for moving through loss and grief.

I don't know about you, but for many folks 2016 was one hell of a year...and I don't mean that in a "fuck yah, rock on!" kinda way. So, how can we harness this fresh energy and move into a space of love and light for ourselves and the world? Make. A. Fucking. Vision. Find out how here...

This Christmas edition of loss(t) convos is with the Ashley Milbury, a 28 year old youth program coordinator and special spirit who shares her struggles with the loss of her mom last Christmas Day, and being diagnosed with a chronic illness shortly after.

In our first loss(t)rology horoscopes, resident astrologist Tara Chloe Dusanj has your holiday forecast to help you get through this trying time of year and start reflecting on all that's transpired during a (very) difficult 2016. Read on for tips tailor made for your sign.

In this holiday edition of loss(t) convos I chat with Cambrea Strubin, a 32 year-old wife, Ad Exec and beam of bright light who shares her story of losing her infant son two Decembers ago, and how the hell she survived it.

Before the death of my mom I had no clue what a grief coach was, but as soon as I heard about it, I knew it was something I needed to explore – and ultimately become. A grief coach is someone specifically dedicated to helping you navigate your own unique and personalized way through loss and grief. Unlike a therapist or counselor, a grief coach focuses not only on the finite, daily issues that are coming up for you but also the high-level, future-forward life map for how you can best overcome the pain associated with loss and turn an otherwise shitty experience into an event that will propel your life forward – for the better.

This is a piece I wrote for the amazing digital magazine The Unmistakeable Effect (erryone check that shit out cuz its fuego!). This issue was all about Making The Damn Space - a perfect topic for this time of year. Naturally, I wanted to share how and why we need to face our loss, and grief, so we can let it the eff go. Ain't nobody wanna be carrying that ish into 2017.

In the latest loss(t) convos interview I talk to Tara Chloe Dusanj, a 32 year old writer, social media consultant and astrologist. Tara shares her story of losing her best friends' parents, and consequently, for a time, her best friends.

For all those wanting to help a loved one through grief, especially with the holidays around the corner, this is for y'all.

Today is American Thanksgiving. A day to be with those you love and reflect on all that you are thankful for. But, what if you're not feeling all that thankful? Loss and grief can make gratitude tough, but it is still possible to give thanks.

On Remembrance Day I am oh so grateful to all the men and women who have fought for me to live in a country where my rights are protected, but I also think its an opportunity to remember all those whom we have lost.

Last week marked the one year anniversary of my mom's death. Having just gone through the experience of celebrating the day and as it would happen, her life, I felt it only right to share. So, here she be.

In this interview with power lady lawyer Mo McDonald we learn about the loss of her dad and what she learned from it...part of the loss(t) convos series, an intimate look into how everyday folks have dealt with loss.

Another awesome edition of the loss(t) convos series where you get to hear first-hand from (mostly) millennial folks who have been through all sorts of loss, and how the hell they survived. In this segment we hear from Amanda Sandlin on the loss she experienced from divorce.

The holidays can be tough no matter what your personal circumstances, but particularly when you're dealing with loss. In order to help make this Thanksgiving as great as it can be, I'm thinkin' up a masta plan. Below is how I plan on getting through the holiday weekend...

Contrary to popular belief, we get to be in choice about how we grieve. When my mom was dying I envisioned the aftermath would be something like me laying in a crying, helpless mess on the floor for weeks if not months. I was sure I would completely fall apart - I mean, that's what grief is! That's what grief does - or so I thought. Truth is, it doesn't have to be that way.

This is the basics of loss&found. That given the right resources and loving support, you too can go from a blubbering mess to creating your highest self. Grief can be a living hell, and enduring loss in and of itself does not make us wiser - but how you choose to move through your darkest days will undoubtedly change your life forever.

No matter your form of loss or how long you've been suffering - there is hope and there is help.